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3.17.2011

We’ve all seen the images and videos rolling in of the devastation from the Japan earthquake and tsunamis. While aftershocks and tsunami scares are still happening days later, the nation is in for a long long road of recovery. So far, the death toll is estimated to be 2,000. In just one town, 9,500 are missing. I have come to realize how strong the blogging community is over the last year. This is a perfect example. With just two girls initiatives, there has been thousands of dollars raised for an amazing cause:

ForJapanWithLove.com

Ever Ours has teamed up with Utterly Engaged and handpicked ShelterBox as the organization to donate to, where there are volunteers are already there in Japan helping, so please be assured that your donations are being put to good use. ShelterBox provides emergency shelter and lifesaving supplies for families around the world who are affected by disasters at the time when they need it the most. Each large, green ShelterBox is tailored to a disaster but typically contains a disaster relief tent for an extended family, blankets, water storage and purification equipment, cooking utensils, a stove, a basic tool kit, a children’s activity pack and other vital items.

Also, if you are a blogger, you an also participate.

This Friday, March 18th, my blog will be silent as in no posts in honor and respect for

what has happened in Japan. If you are interested in participating:

please e-mail: lydia@ever-ours.com or info@utterlyengaged.com for more information.

it's really great how so many bloggers, including yourself are putting this kind of info out there. i appreciate the genuine and valiant care brought forth by great girls like you. my prayers have been constant, it's devastating and surreal. ♥

...and this is why im proud to be a blogger these days. Thanks for sharing, Anna. The ongoing tragedy in Japan is heartbreaking but it's amazing to see how the world can pull together in so many different ways.